simply-thai.com - Thai Market Online
A comprehensive guide for Thailand and Thai information

More than 1900 pages Including:
English/Thai Translation services...Thai Chef Recruitment and Overseas placement.
Thai Restaurant Directory, More than 14500 Thai Restaurants listed in 30+ countries Worldwide...100's of Free Thai Recipes...100's of Thai Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and Spices... Beautiful Thai orchids... Thailand FAQ's and Travel Guides... Thai Monarchy and History and Much More!!.
Advertise with us..Top 100 Thailand Websites..Current news from Thailand..
....Search this website....
Search for the Best Hotel Deals in THAILAND....


Make Your New Years Resolution Come True!!!

Learn to Speak Thai and Isaan Now !!


Learn to speak Thai
Volumes 1 and 2

Learn Speak THAI
Learn to speak Isaan
Volumes 1 and 2

Learn to Speak Isaan
PREVIEW Book 1 and DVD 1 HERE
Destination Guides - Chiangmai
Chiang Mai - City History - Location - City Map - Getting there - Getting Around
The Old City - Temples - Sight Seeing - Hill Tribes - Festivals - Shopping
Thai Travel Card Tours The North
simply-thai.com - thai market in association with Thai Travel Card - destination guides - Chiang Mai - Get the adrenalin flowing with some of these fun, action activities: simply-thai.com - thai market in association with Thai Travel Card - destination guides - Chiang Mai - Attractions: Aquariums, Botanical Gardens, Zoos and nature based places as well as Traditional Thai shows, Water and Fun Parks. simply-thai.com - thai market in association with Thai Travel Card - destination guides - Chiang Mai -   Cruising Trips  A full range of trips, from the relaxing to the adventurous on cruising vessels old and new. Enjoy the classics or the most modern vessels. Phuket region, Koh Samui and Pattaya all have beautiful destinations. These day trips or sunset trips by boat are a must at any world destination boasting such island beauty as Thailand. simply-thai.com - thai market in association with Thai Travel Card - destination guides - Chiang Mai -   Eco Tours  Variety package days for all ages and interests: elephant trekking and shows, monkey shows, rafting & waterfalls; atv, jungle walk, wildlife sanctuary; nature canoeing, James Bond Island, rubber tapping, 4x4 jeep safari. simply-thai.com - thai market in association with Thai Travel Card - destination guides - Chiang Mai - Trekking - Thailand Treks
Action Adventure Attractions Cruise Trips Eco Tours Trekking
Thai Travel Card Tours Scuba Diving
Divers Torch PADI Open WaterPADI Rescue Diver
 PADI Advanced Open WaterPADI Medic First Aid
Scuba Diving Day Trips Liveaboards Snorkelling
Equipment Courses Day Trips Liveabourds Snorkelling
Introduction - Thailand Diving Map - Diving Locations - Wrecks
 
Scuba Diving In Thailand - Liveaboards
Activity Published Prices Members Price You Save
Diving Live-aboard
Similan Islands
4 days 3 nights
21500THB 17200THB 4300THB
This option gives you unlimited Day and Night dives.
 
The Similan Islands, located about 100 kilometres northwest of Phuket, comprise 9 granite islands surrounded by a clear tropical ocean and blessed with some of the world’s finest beaches.
simply-thai.com - Thai Market in association with Thai Travel Card - Scuba Diving In Thailand - Liveaboards -  Diving Live-aboard Similan Islands 5 days,4 nights - This option gives you unlimited Day and night dives. The Similan Islands, located about 100 kilometres northwest of Phuket, comprise 9 granite islands surrounded by a clear tropical ocean and blessed with some of the worlds finest beaches.
Koh Similan
Location 55 NM northwest of Phuket
Diving spot depth 5 to 40 metres
Visibility 20 to 50 metres
Surface conditions can be choppy
Divers experience level: > beginners with a Divemaster
Note: Equipment not included in price ( 600 baht )
Koh Similan archipelago comprises of 9 unspoiled "Robinson Crusoe" islands sitting some 90 km northwest of Phuket. These 9 islands are the centrepiece of Thailand's liveaboard diving. Similans is a national park covering about 128 sq km (51 sq miles).
There are now two fully staffed park offices (on Koh Miang and Koh Similan), but other wise the islands are uninhabited and covered with lush rain forest.
The underwater topography is amazing with a unique landscape made up from huge boulders, caverns and drop offs with more than 500 species of hard and soft corals, giant gorgonian sea fans and beautiful tube sponges. You will discover an incredible number of fish species with different forms and colours, and have a good chance of spotting Whale Sharks, Manta and Eagle Rays and a host of other phelagics.
After diving here you will understand whey the Similans rank in the top 10 dive sites in the world.
The diving in the Koh Similan is open to divers of all levels. For the inexperienced we will provide Divemaster guides.
It is a perfect opportunity to continue your diving education through Advanced and Specialty Courses - underwater photography or night diving being two of many that are offered.
It will take around 2 hours 40 minutes to reach these world class dive site with our high speed catamaran.
The following are descriptions of some of the 25 dive spots we offer on our daily trips:
 
Turtle Rock
Distance 50 metres off the rocky northwest coastline of Koh Similan (Island #8), by the larger of the shore's boulders.
Access the site is unbuoyed
Conditions visibility generally averages about 15 metres (50ft.), and the current runs weak to moderate
Average depth 20 metres (66ft.)
Maximum depth 30 metres (100ft.)
 
Once you have jumped in the water you will descend directly to an area of large boulders at about 20 metres (66ft,).
Our experienced Divemaster will take you around these boulders and through their interconnecting swimthroughs. The boulders are completely covered with marine life - large numbers of featherstars and clusters of hard and soft coral. Turtles are often spotted swimming between the boulders which are also home for Powder-blue Surgeonfish and juvenile triggerfish.
Further out are larger triggerfish including Titan and Indian.
 
Heading northeast is an impressive gorge-like swim through, 3 metres (10ft.) across.
Gorgonian seafans adorn its walls and provide hiding-places for small groups of lionfish and hundreds of small fish.
 
Fantasy Reef
Location 200 metres off the western coast of Koh Similan (Island #8) - about twice the distance southwest of Turtle Rock.
Access two mooring buoys, running east-west, act as securing's for dive boats and serve as direct descent points to the site
Conditions visibility is generally high, between 15 metres (50ft.) and well beyond 30 metres (90ft.). There can be quick changes in the currents and novices must dive with a Divemaster
Average depth 18 metres (60ft.)
Maximum depth 40 metres + (130ft.+)
 
This is one of the top dive sites in the archipelago, if not the best.
Aside from there being no wrecks, there is something here for every diver.
 
Descending at the eastern buoy takes you to a rocky plateau at 15 metres (50ft.), home of a huge Napoleon Wrasse. This is a great place for underwater photographers.
You will find Powder-blue Surgeonfish, Spinyfoot and Masked Unicornfish, and Schooling and Pennant Bannerfish clashing with the extremely photogenic Moorish Idols and juvenile Titan Triggerfish, to name a few.
Heading down towards the southwest is a sheer-walled gully. You should not venture into it as you might damage the impressive gorgonian seafans and radiant soft coral. A giant moray eel is also resident here.
Another great area lies slightly northwest of the inner buoy, due north of the outer. A group of three rocks form a pyramid, broken by a narrow gorge running east-west. This site demands more than one visit.
 
Stonehenge
Location directly off the northern point of Koh Miang (Island #4)
Access there is no mooring buoy
Conditions currents are moderate to strong, and visibility is typical of the area, at about 15-25 metres (50-83ft.)
Average depth 28 metres (93ft.)
Maximum depth 40 metres + (130ft.+)
 
This deep dive offers its best features below 25 metres (83ft.). The site consists of large towering rocks. The alleyways between host large seafans and barrel sponges. This is a particularly good site for lobsters, and lionfish and Bearded Scorpionfish are likewise plentiful. Unicorn Surgeonfish and large angelfish are other common denizens, while pelagics like tuna, barracuda and trevally are frequent visitors. Leopard Sharks are often found on the sand in the deeper parts of this site. There is also a resident Shovel-Nosed Shark here.
 
Elephant Head 9 (Hin Pusa)
Location the giant rocky outcrop off Koh Similan's southern tip - as you approach the site from the west the outcrop resembles a partially submerged elephant, hence the name.
Access there is one permanent mooring buoy off the western face - descending to about 18 metres (60ft.), directly onto the site.
Conditions visibility is good, ranging from 15 metres (50ft.) to in excess of 30 metres (90ft.). Currents can be strong, flowing north-south, and there can be strong surges. Experienced divers only.
Average depth 24 metres (80ft.)
Maximum depth 70 metres (80ft.)
 
The dive takes you around huge breathtaking boulders, some with frames measuring over 30 metres (100ft.) sitting individually or stacked high to form daring swimthroughs comprising arches, caverns and tunnels at all depths.
Descend at the mooring buoy and head east to the first of the colossal granite boulders - many parrotfish adorn this part of the site. The eastern faces of the boulders have far more soft coral than the exposed western faces.
Southwards, the boulders take a different formation, single boulders some 3 metres (10ft.) wide lying with sandy pathways between them. Around these boulders are Emperor and Imperial Angelfish, Titan Triggerfish and sheltering schools of Yellowtail Fusiliers and Juvenile Yellow Snappers.
 
The southern most point of the site is a tiny group of submerged pinnacles in very deep water. These are a great place to observe small reef sharks.
 
Barracuda Point
Location around the two rocky islets about 500 metres due east of Koh Miang (Island #4).
Access there is no mooring buoy - drift off following the rocks.
Conditions currents are moderate to strong - the site can be drift-dived when currents run north-south or south-north. Visibility ranges between 15 metres (50ft.) and 25 metres (83ft.).
Average depth 14 metres (46ft.)
Maximum depth 34 metres (113ft.)
 
The deepest section of this area is the southern part where there are lots of large boulders on the seafloor. In the deeper waters these are adorned with seafans and sea whips. The shallower section of this area features hard coral, and there are normally plenty of batfish in evidence.
 
The site's northern part is shallower, with a maximum depth of about 22 metres (73ft.). The seascape is similar to that in the south, but the surrounding rocks are more prominently highlighted by colourful seastars, anemone and crinoids in radiant reds and yellows. The batfish you encountered at the southern section of this site may follow you to this area.
 
Shark Fin Reef (Hin Phae)
Location around the small collection of rocks which breaks the water at low tide - 3km (1.6 miles) southeast of Koh Payan (Island #3).
Access this site remains unbuoyed.
Conditions visibility runs from as low as 5 metres (16ft.) to over 25 metres (83ft.) - as with many of the area's more open sites, there is a likelihood of strong currents.
Average depth 16 metres (53ft.)
Maximum depth 40 metres (130ft.)
 
The best locations to enter the water are off either end of the line of small rocky outcrops. The north-eastern side features a sloping reef, the south-western side a more dramatic drop-off. At the south-eastern end, in about 16 metres (53ft), is a large swimthroughs. This provides an almost purpose-built opening, whichever way you are going, to the site's opposite side.
 
The marine life at this site is much more intense and diverse along and below the sloping north-eastern reef. Regular inhabitants include schools of batfish, surgeonfish, Moorish Idols and bannerfish. Large Napoleon Wrasse have also been seen. This section of the site is a very good place to spot passing sharks and large rays.
 
Boulder City
Location immediately south of Shark Fin Reef.
Access the permanent mooring buoy is located over the northeast section of the site in about 27 metres (90ft.) of water.
Conditions In favourable conditions you can expect good visibility - occasionally over 30 metres 100ft.). The site can experience strong currents from the north.
Average depth 19 metres (63ft.)
Maximum depth 32 metres (106ft.)
 
The site consists of a collection of enormous submerged granite boulders running southeast-northwest and more typical of a west-facing, rather than an east-facing, coastal rock formation in this area. As you approach them they fancifully resemble rocky mountains separated by wide valleys.
 
Descending directly from the boat, head southwest to pass over some large scattered rocks before you reach the rocky plateau. This area has many gorgonian seafans and sea whips, plus small table coral with Chocolate-dip Chromis, and a diversity of fire coral. If you maintain this heading you will then come to the smooth plateau.
 
The plateau are smooth, their sheer sides punctuated occasionally by clusters of soft coral and radiant crinoid - small crevices house a diversity of marine life, with lionfish, Blue-spotted Grouper, Red Coral Trout and Bearded Scorpionfish all adopting them as havens in the stronger currents. Schools of Pinnate Batfish meander aimlessly in the shallow, beyond which Great Barracuda constantly patrol.
 
Coral Gardens
Location following the eastern side of Koh Huyong (Island #1).
Access there is no mooring buoy.
Conditions visibility ranges between 15 metres and 25 metres (50-83ft.).
Average depth 10 metres (16ft.)
Maximum depth 24 metres (80ft.)
 
This very attractive shallow dive site is good for novice divers and for an afternoon second dive. Is has the typical formation of an east-facing site in this area with extraordinary coral tables on the reef-flat, which lies in 15 metres of water. The surrounding deeper waters have the usual seafans and whips, and these feature in the shallower waters as well. There are many fire coral on the reef-slope, along with anemone hosting various clownfish. There is a good representation of colourful reef-fish, including damselfish, butterflyfish and basslets.
 
This site offers the best condition to spot turtles, especially juvenile ones, as Island #1 is a protected reproduction area.
 
Surin Archipelago and Richelieu
Location 110 NM northwest of Phuket.
Diving spot depth 8 to 40 metres.
Visibility 10 to 50 metres.
Surface conditions can be rough.
Currents can be strong.
Surface conditions can be rough.
Divers experience level beginners with a Divemaster
 
Located north of Koh Similan, Surin Archipelago is made up of 5 islands throughout Koh Tachai and Koh Bon. Except a small community of sea gypsies, these islands are uninhabited and covered by green rain forest. In January and February this is a favourite spot for sighting Manta Rays which often join the divers for a dance.
 
Richelieu is a submerged pinnacle located 8 nautical miles east of Surin Island. This world class spot is famous for Manta Ray and Whale Shark.
There is also a pretty good chance to see different kinds of sharks and rays.

 

Search for the Best Hotel Deals in Thailand
World Thai Restaurant Directory | Thai Chef Recruitment | Translations | Links | Computers | Fruit Carving | Thailand | Money
language | Marriage | Faq 1 | Faq 2 | Faq 3 | Climate | Rainy Season | Visa's | Chiangmai | Doi-Inthanon | Hilltribes | Adventure Activities
Golf Tours | Angkor Wat | Historical Timeline | Monarchy | Thai Kings | Religion | Thai Visa Services | Thailand Hotels | Bangkok
Photography and Video Production | Novels and Bestsellers Set in Thailand | Phuket Pearl Center & Showroom
Gulf of Thailand Beach Front Resort development sites

CLICK for Full Details
Google Translate
Translate this Page to
any supported language


Click to review www.simply-thai.com
Page copy protected against web site content infringement by Copyscape
©copyright 1998 - 2022
simply-thai.com - All Rights Reserved

Privacy Policy
We are Hosted by
www.bluehost.com

CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS
This page was last updated on 6th January 2011
Google
Click to add www.simply-thai.com to your Favorites
   
 
Search the Web
Search simply-thai.com
Check the Google Page Rank of any
web site page instantly!!
This free page rank checking tool is powered by Page Rank Checker service
THAILYRICS เนื้อเพลง ไทย-สากล + midi + MV + ริงโทน + ทรูโทน + วอลเปเปอร์ + คาราโอเกะ + เกมส์ สมัครสมาชิก ฟรี!! รับข่าวสาร และสิทธิพิเศษมากมาย www.bahtsold.com "Thailand's Largest Marketplace & MLS"
thai4me.ch – THAI DATING PORTAL for Thai women seeking farang men
www.thai4me.ch is a dating portal for personal ads, especially focused on Thai/Asian women and Farang men from Europe, US and Australia. Registration, opening of a profile and image upload are completely free of charge. To make contact between profiles, one of the two parties who make contact with each other, must be a subscriber. The subscriptions are time-limited, offering an unlimited number of contacts!
BlueHost specializes in customer satisfaction. Our professional Web Hosting plans include all the features you are looking for at the best possible price. UNLIMITED Hosting Space (NEW!) UNLIMITED File Transfer (NEW!) Host UNLIMITED Domains!!! 2,500 POP/Imap Email Accounts SSH (Secure Shell), SSL, FTP, Stats CGI, Ruby (RoR), Perl, PHP, MySQL 2000/2002 Front Page Extensions Free Domain Forever! Free Site Builder (NEW) 24/7 Superb/Responsive Sales/Support
Click for full Details
TourismThailand.Org  -  The Official Website for Tourism in Thailand. Vote for this siteHier gehts zur Topliste CHENTHAYs 100 Top der privaten Reiseseiten Dive Guide Thailand  
www.koh-thai.com : voyages iles de Thailande Koh Samui, Phuket mais aussi bangkok. Reserver un hotel ou resort pas cher en thailande. หางาน สมัครงาน งานราชการ Thailand Links.  Links to important English-language websites about Thailand. thai property, thai automobile, thai business, thai fashion "Thai Food Tonight offers instructions and online videos to teach you to prepare delicious Thai dishes at home."
http://www.thailandgateway.com/ http://www.thaiwebsites.com. Web directory with search function for English-language websites about Thailand. http://www.tasteofthai.co.uk...Contact details for Thai Consulates in the UK plus some useful Thai links Search Engine Optimization and SEO Tools Thailand Websites  
Pictures of Asia. Many high quality digital pictures, photos with a short description and maps of interesting places in Asia: Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), China, Singapore, Vietnam, India and Egypt
www.thailand-uk.com - Thailand Topsites
http://www.thaiworldview.com. Discover our Thailand. Quit the tourist mob and enjoy Thailand through a Thai / French view.
Asiaphoto is a collection of travelogues with many photos of my trips to Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Burma and Indonesia. You can also find travel tips, country info, news, shortstories, books and much more. Follow me on a fantastic trip through Indochina!
Lots of images of Bangkok's and Thailand's well known and less traveled attractions
Come discover Thailand from its beautiful beaches to its amazing nightlife. Find hotels, maps, and music videos. Learn about Thailands history. Get the latest news and so much more.
Current News from Thailand

Thailand weather and Thailand exchange ratesBangkok holidays Click for Full Details
Click for Full Details
Click for Full Details
Click for Full Details
Click for Full Details